Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a Recovery Peer Specialist?

Conducting psychological evaluations is not a responsibility of a Recovery Peer Specialist because this function typically falls under the expertise of licensed mental health professionals, such as psychologists or psychiatrists. Recovery Peer Specialists are trained to use their lived experience of recovery to support others on their recovery journeys, fostering a non-judgmental and empathetic environment. Their main focus is on facilitating conversation, providing emotional support, and sharing strategies for maintaining recovery, rather than conducting assessments or evaluations that require clinical training and qualifications.

In contrast, facilitating group discussions, providing one-on-one support, and connecting clients to community resources are all central duties of a Recovery Peer Specialist. These roles utilize the peer specialist’s lived experience to create a supportive network for individuals in recovery and to help clients navigate their own recovery process.